The new FOX Sports North headquarters are officially open for business. The staff and production team in Minneapolis made the move back in July, but the new space was introduced to the public on Monday, January 14 at a Grand Opening event.
The event hosted over 100 guests including the Mayor of Minneapolis, the President of the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce, neighbors, team partners, affiliates, ad sales clients and employees. The crowd gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony as Mike Dimond formally introduced the new FOX Sports North location.
The Grand Opening event was planned by a committee of FOX Sports North employees and incorporated studio tours by the FOX Sports North Girls, door prizes and a sports-themed photo booth.
More on FOX Sports North’s new home:
The Facts
- Location: Downtown Minneapolis in the heart of the entertainment district, within blocks of a number of major sports venues
- New Space: Spans a full city block (down 8th Ave from Hennepin to LaSalle Ave) and is accessible via the skyway system
- Exposure: High profile space provides unique exposure, similar to “The Today Show” with public viewing space of the studio
- Visibility: Approximately 16,000 people pass by the new space every day
- Signage: Interior and exterior marketing opportunities, including a new giant LED board by the main entrance
- Employees: Approximately 75 employees office from the new location and have great acessability to neighboring businesses for shopping, food, etc.
The Studio Design
- Planning and design began in June of 2011
- Includes 4 different locations for commentary/analysis:
- Anchor Desk
- Social Media Location
- Intro Area
- Play Breakdown
- Incorporates 8 HD monitors
- 700 Square Feet
- Public viewing space
The Office Design
Total construction includes: 2 Control Rooms, Central Media Ingest Room, 6 Edit Suites, 2 Audio Production Rooms, Live Room, Central Machine Room and 2 Studio Shooting Spaces- Framed jerseys from team partners and player fatheads adorn the walls of the office, providing a team oriented atmosphere
- Awards and sports memorabilia showcased
- Green screen “Studio B” option built for when seasons overlap
The Feedback
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